Welcome to SARA

The Save the American River Association, (SARA) is a grass roots organization established in 1961 to spearhead the establishment of the American River Parkway (the "crown jewel" of the Sacramento County Park System) and adoption of the Parkway Plan. Our mission is to protect and enhance the wildlife habitat, fishery, and recreational resources of the American River Parkway. Our volunteer, non-profit group of more than 600 members and Board of Directors work to ensure that the American River Parkway will survive and prosper for the benefit of future generations.

Current Issues and Activities

SARA's commitment to preserving the American River and Parkway requires constant vigilance. Below are current issues/activities we're working on:

Importance of water temperature in the management of American river Chinook Salmon and steelhead:
How cool does it really need to be and when? View the Presentation from the SARA Annual Meeting, December 6, 2014.

County Regional Parks has proposed Group Activity and Special Event Procedures for the American River Parkway. SARA comments on the Regional Parks Proposal can be found HERE. (Updated 11/16/2013)

SARA has repeatedly communicated to Regional Parks its disagreement with Regional Parks' application of the American River Parkway Plan that is contained in the Group Activity and Special Event Procedures proposed by Regional Parks for the American River Parkway. Links to the documents produced by SARA for particular permits can be obtained HERE. (Updated 11/16/2013)

Water Related

SARA's continuing success in safeguarding the American River Parkway is made possible by the generous donations from citizens and businesses in our region. Click above to learn how you can make a contribution.